Program Overview

Program Description:

Our Intensive Japanese lessons with small classes and a maximum of 8 students, have a balanced focus on conversation, reading and writing. We specialize in short term stays and our extracurricular activities are structured for students to make the most of their time in Japan. We offer a variety of culture experience lessons, so everyone will find something they are interested in. We pride ourselves in providing our students a very warm and relaxed environment to learn Japanese and many opportunities to meet local people!

·Courses start every Monday. And can be can be as short as a week. ·Classes are small with a maximum of 6 students. ·15 lessons per week, 1 lesson is 50 minutes.

Setting Description:

Kyoto is a vibrant city with much to offer, but in just a few minutes drive, you can be out of the city and enjoy beautiful, natural scenery. In Kyoto, the food is great, the people are kind, and the nature is beautiful. To help you enjoy all aspects of Kyoto, Kyoto Japanese Language School provides you with many after school and weekend activities.

Additional Program Information

Program Reviews

This is my first time that leave my home and go to other country by myself. I'm very excited! Japan is my favorite country.Kyoto have a lot of shrines,temples and landscapes,so I choose Kyoto.In Taiwan,I find UF Japan to arrange my schedule. In all school,JaLs's

application information is most attractive.
First day I came to school,"wow it's so beautiful." I think.In JaLs everyone was very friendly to me.In a month I learned a lot of things and got a lot of experiences.
Although I encountered two typhoons,one was I go back to Taiwan.Airport was closed and flight was stop to fly,I stayed in Osaka four days.Patrick who is school's staff gave me a great help.
I'm very happy what I choose this school.Everydays is wonderful!

I was there for just two weeks, but it was great. Classes were fun, well structured and with few students. They also offer a huge variety of activities, there is something for everybody. The staff is great, they are always helpful and make your experience

Hi! I spent two weeks at Kyoto JaLs in July. I felt very welcome and comfortable from the first moment. The classes are very small and the teachers are great! I learned a lot and at the same time I had a lot of fun in class. In the breaks there is always

opportunity to talk and exchange with other students. The lessons are very well organized and there are always on-site staff who are happy to help with any problems. There are also many great offers for the afternoon, some are a little expensive, but it's still worth it, others are free. Overall, my experience at this school is very good. My Japanese has improved a lot, I met many people from different countries and I would have liked to stay longer. In fact, I'm already thinking about whether it's possible to go back to Kyoto...

Not a typical Japanese language school, but an amazing space for cultural exchange!

5.0

08/26/18

Kyoto JaLS is not just a Japanese language school. Instead, it has combined a café, study room, bookshop, and language school for Japanese students (especially English) along with the Japanese language school for foreigners. There was an activity every

day after class, and both Japanese and foreigners were welcomed to participate in the activity. This made learning Japanese not only a school subject, but an authentic experience of interacting with the locals and exchanging cultures and ideas.
The concept of Kyoto JaLS as a space for people with different backgrounds sharing their ideas with other is amazing, not to mention the cozy environment (including the classrooms, study room, and café) and the friendly and helpful staff.
Concerning the Japanese language course, the teachers were very professional that my need was always satisfied and I never had to try hard to concentrate in class. The lessons focused much on conversation and every student had many opportunities to speak. Therefore, my speaking ability had improved a lot and now I am more confident to speak in Japanese.
To be honest, the course fee of Kyoto JaLS may be a bit more expensive than other schools. However, the quality of the course is worth the price considering the small class size and learning environment, which enhance the learning efficiency and motivation. If you do not want to waste time doing repetitive grammar exercises or getting bored during class, I would definitely recommend Kyoto JaLS to you.

What inspired you to go abroad?
I've always wanted to go to Japan. I enjoy traveling and learning about different cultures.
Why did you choose your specific program/organization?
I wanted a cultural experience along with an immersion program.
What

was your favorite part about your host country/city?
It had a good balance of old architecture mixed with new.
What made your experience abroad unique?
It was set up in a way to help foreigners succeed.
How did local staff support you throughout your program?
They made housing arrangements and made sight seeing and restaurant recommendations.
What's one thing you wish you would have done differently?
The housing I stayed in was mixed gender and had chores. This was not the case for everyone. I would have preferred paying a fee and not having to worry about doing chores as it did take away from the experience a bit. Overall it was no big deal but would have made it nicer. I would also recommend staying the full 6 weeks rather than a month if possible.
Describe a typical day in the life of your program.
I made breakfast, went to classes in the morning from about 9:30 to 12:30. Then lunch followed by an activity organized by the school. I usually went back to the school with friends to do homework around 5:30 or 6 then dinner and maybe a couple hours out or back to my share house by around 8 or 9 pm. The last bus home was usually around 10:30 so I rarely went home later then that.
What did you enjoy doing in your free time?
Sight seeing, restaurants, going to izakayas and going for walks and desserts.
What was your accommodation like? What did you like best about it?
It was a share house with 4 other foreigners from all over. It was compartmentalized so your room could be locked.
What is one thing every participant should know before participating in your program?
If you are not willing to study and try to improve your language skills during your free time or do homework you will likely waste some money.
Now that you're home, how has your program abroad impacted your life?
My reading and writing in Japanese have improved and I am able to study a bit more on my own.
Would you recommend your program/provider to others? Why?
Yes, It is a great well rounded program. The staff goes above and beyond. They are welcoming and try their best every day.

What inspired you to go abroad?
I've always wanted to go to Japan. I enjoy traveling and learning about different cultures.
Why did you choose your specific program/organization?
I wanted a cultural experience along with an immersion program.
What

was your favorite part about your host country/city?
It had a good balance of old architecture mixed with new.
What made your experience abroad unique?
It was set up in a way to help foreigners succeed.
How did local staff support you throughout your program?
They made housing arrangements and made sight seeing and restaurant recommendations.
What's one thing you wish you would have done differently?
The housing I stayed in was mixed gender and had chores. This was not the case for everyone. I would have preferred paying a fee and not having to worry about doing chores as it did take away from the experience a bit. Overall it was no big deal but would have made it nicer. I would also recommend staying the full 6 weeks rather than a month if possible.
Describe a typical day in the life of your program.
I made breakfast, went to classes in the morning from about 9:30 to 12:30. Then lunch followed by an activity organized by the school. I usually went back to the school with friends to do homework around 5:30 or 6 then dinner and maybe a couple hours out or back to my share house by around 8 or 9 pm. The last bus home was usually around 10:30 so I rarely went home later then that.
What did you enjoy doing in your free time?
Sight seeing, restaurants, going to izakayas and going for walks and desserts.
What was your accommodation like? What did you like best about it?
It was a share house with 4 other foreigners from all over. It was compartmentalized so your room could be locked.
What is one thing every participant should know before participating in your program?
If you are not willing to study and try to improve your language skills during your free time or do homework you will likely waste some money.
Now that you're home, how has your program abroad impacted your life?
My reading and writing in Japanese have improved and I am able to study a bit more on my own.
Would you recommend your program/provider to others? Why?
Yes, It is a great well rounded program. Good for a variety of age groups.

If you’re looking for a school that can provide a good balance between studying and participating in cultural experiences, Kyoto JaLS will be the right place for you!
I studied Japanese for awhile back home but had little/no opportunity to use it,

and hence, wanted to ensure that the place I choose would facilitate that. The class sizes are small and the curriculum was fitted to meet the students’ capabilities. It was also centered around speaking and listening.
In addition, the school is housed within The World Lounge Co&Co. This space provided plenty of opportunities to interact with the JaLS staff, native Japanese learning English as well as fellow Japanese Language learners! I had also very much enjoyed the time spent attending all the interaction parties as well as cultural activities :) i always had something to look forward to! A month spent at the school was way short, and I wish I could stay longer!
Lastly, the staff at Kyoto JaLS have their minds and heart in the right place. They are absolutely helpful and were most important in making me feel exactly where I should be!

Going to Kyoto JaLS was a great experience! The classes were very small so I was able to get to know my classmates very well and I had many chances to speak and ask questions. The teachers were knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. The school also offered

many activities and teachers and native Japanese speakers would often join, so I had many opportunities to use my Japanese. The school itself is very cool and it is part of a shared space that many locals use as well so I really enjoyed being at school even when I didn’t have classes. I had a great time and learned a lot so I will definitely go back! Thanks Kyoto JaLS!

Kyoto JaLS carries on the tradition of excellent education, small classes, and vibrant social life that was established in Sapporo. I attended in January and February of 2018, just as Kyoto JaLS was starting, and I only have good things to say. My classes

never had more than 4 students, giving each person plenty of practice time with the instructors, and the staff outside the classroom were great about trying to engage me in conversation at my level of Japanese.
The school's location is an excellent launching point for all of the activities to the various historical and cultural sites that Kyoto and Kansai are known for. I got to know my fellow classmates on these activities and formed some lasting friendships. I also had the opportunity to meet plenty of Japanese English students through the school - it was a lot of fun trying to work out a conversation with both of our very partial understanding of each other's languages.
I can't say enough to praise this program, school, and staff. They do an excellent job and I highly recommend that anyone attend. I've been twice and would happily go again.

After having experienced an amazing exchange in Jals Hokkaido, I was delighted to have the opportunity to try this new branch in Kyoto.
Firstable, Kyoto is one of my favorite city in Japan with Sapporo. Indeed, people are really kind and the city is

completely amazing, with a lot of culture and interesting places to visit. I don't think a life would be enough to see all the treasure of the city.
But let's speak about Kyoto Jals properly: this new school is amazing. Teachers are really cool and competent and you will learn Japanese in small classes, which is better to improve faster. The director and the staff is so friendly and attentive to help you in any situations. They won't hesitate to help you for whatever you need and give good advices to eat (:P), do sightseeing, or everyting else. So do not hesitate to ask them. This school is like a little family.
Moreover, the school proposes so many different cultural activities. You will have the opportunity to speak Japanese with local Japanese people, visit an university, go for a walk through Arashiyama and its bamboo forest, see different manifestations and shrines, etc.
In fact, you will be completely immerged in this fascinating culture.
I will definitely return there for a longer stay and I recommend it! Don't hesitate, come to Kyoto Jals, please ^__^
And I thank everyone there for this experience. I miss Kyoto, I miss Japan, I miss learning Japanese in such an environment and I miss all of you. See you soon.

Going to Kyoto JaLS was a great experience! The classes were very small so I was able to get to know my classmates very well and I had many chances to speak and ask questions. The teachers were knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. The school also offered

many activities and teachers and native Japanese speakers would often join, so I had many opportunities to use my Japanese. The school itself is very cool and it is part of a shared space that many locals use as well so I really enjoyed being at school even when I didn’t have classes. I had a great time and learned a lot so I will definitely go back! Thanks Kyoto JaLS!

(I'm not English-speaking so maybe there are some grammar mistakes in this comment.Please just don't mind~~)
I was a student in Hokkaido Jals before,and I really loved there. And now Jals had a new school open in Kyoto, so I enrolled the trial lesson

and went back to Jals again.
I extremely enjoyed the study in Kyoto Jals !!
Of course, I would like to go there again in the future!!
All the teachers and staffs were really friendly! I received many supports from them.
And also the lessons were interesting and helpful. Because there was a limit of the number of students for each class( about max 5~6 people(?)), I could have much time and many opportunities to practice my oral skill in class. ←I considered this was a big difference from other schools, and really an outstanding point !!
The lesson(maybe pre-medium(??)) I joined that was more focused on the oral than grammar, I thought it is really efficient to be able to talk in Japanese.
Moreover, the excellent part of the school I like was that there were many different activities almost each day !! In the activities, not only I could make more friends and have a chance to interact with local residents but also have many chances to keep speaking Japanese after the class~
If you have a chance to study Japanese in japan, I will definitely recommend Jals to you!!

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